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True’s People, Talent & Legal Practice: Executive Search

True’s global People, Talent & Legal Practice is a trusted partner for companies that understand exceptional talent drives organizational success.

Our executive search professionals recognize that these functions are critical enablers of value creation, with top candidates positioning themselves as business leaders. We are proud that our clients rate us an industry-best 9.1 out of 10.

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Our global network, deep expertise, and tech-driven platform enable us to typically identify successful hires in 29 days or less.

Clients rely on our trusted counsel for key organizational changes, from establishing new functions to navigating complex regulatory landscapes. The True platform enhances our boutique approach with the power and connectivity of a scaled firm. Whether venture capital-backed, growth stage, private equity-backed, or public, True Search helps organizations recruit high-impact executives. Across all sectors, our practice brings expert capabilities in three key areas:

  • Chief People / Human Resources Officers and related roles in Total Rewards, HR Business Partnership, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and HR Operations
  • Chief Legal Officers, General Counsels, Chief Compliance Officers and related key roles
  • Talent, Human Capital, and Operational Partners at Venture Capital and Private Equity Firms

By the numbers

28000+

people, talent & legal candidate conversations in the last 24 months

63%

of people, talent & legal searches are for repeat clients

Expert People, Talent & Legal Recruiters

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of roles does True Search’s People, Talent & Legal practice recruit for?
The practice recruits for HR and people leadership roles including Chief People Officers, Chief Human Resources Officers, and leaders across Total Rewards, HR Business Partnership, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and HR Operations, as well as legal and compliance executives such as Chief Legal Officers, General Counsels, and Chief Compliance Officers.

What types of organizations does True Search’s People, Talent & Legal practice serve?
True Search works with organizations across every stage of growth, from venture capital-backed startups and growth-stage companies to private equity-backed firms and public companies. For venture capital and private equity firms directly, True Search also places Talent, Human Capital, and Operational Partners, in addition to supporting their portfolio companies.

Which industries does True Search’s People, Talent & Legal practice cover?
The practice serves a broad range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, life sciences, consumer, and energy transition & industrial, among others.

How does True Search approach executive search differently from traditional firms?
True Search combines a boutique, high-touch approach with a global network and a tech-driven platform, giving clients both personalized counsel and the connectivity of a scaled firm.

Can True Search help when an organization is navigating significant change?
Yes, clients rely on True Search’s counsel for key organizational changes, including establishing new functions and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

Does True Search offer services beyond executive search?
Yes. Beyond retained executive search, True offers interim and fractional placement through TrueBridge, tech-enabled search through SearchEssentials, leadership coaching and assessment through True Talent Labs, and inclusive hiring solutions through AboveBoard, proprietary talent CRM through Thrive, and additional capabilities including the True AI Capability Index, Forensic Referencing, and strategic introductions through True Connect.

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